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Snorkeling is very popular these days. You can travel to places that are surrounded by clear water so you can try this amazing outdoor activity. A lot of people have been doing it as a hobby. For you to enjoy this much better, you must have some kind of idea of how to do it. Knowing how to swim is a must; you just can’t jump into the water and start snorkeling. This sport takes practice.

With this sport, you have to know how to use the snorkeling gear. The different type of gear has to fit the right way. Otherwise, the water will get in, and you won’t be able to see or breathe.

Here are the gear that you need:

Snorkel

The snorkel tube sounds simple, but it isn’t. What this does is allow the air to travel up from the water and down to your lungs. An adult male would need a much bigger tube to allow more air to travel through. Studies have shown that an adult female needs even larger tube than an adult male needs.

Flippers

This is a lot like wearing a pair of shoes; if you don’t get the right size, then they will hurt your feet. You don’t want them to be too big, or they will just keep falling off. If you go with those that are too tight, then they will hurt you while you use them.

They should be snug just to where your foot slides into them. They have two types of flippers; ones that are open in the back with just a strap and others have a hole back to them.

Face mask

This is the most important part of the gear. This has to fit your face correctly, or it will allow water to get in your face mask. The face mask needs to be snug but not so tight that it hurts. The way you can tell it is too tight is when you take it off, and it leaves a red mark to where it was resting on your face.

If your mask is too tight, it will also give you a headache. There should be a chart that will help you choose a face mask. They also come with an adjustable strap, so you get the proper fit.

When choosing the best gear, you should take the time and make sure it is comfortable. If you opt for a cheap set, your snorkeling experience would be a good one.…